ESPN Preseason Power Poll: No. 24 Mizzou

We'll be rolling out our preseason poll this week with five teams each day, kicking things off today.

Missouri is the first Big 12 team to debut in the poll, checking in at No. 24. Our poll was put together based upon ballots submitted by 25 ESPN.com college football analysts, columnists and reporters, including yours truly.

After our poll is finished this week, I'll unveil my personal top 25 ballot on the blog.

Missouri: Quarterback proficiency has allowed Missouri to surge as one of the nation's most consistent programs. And it has allowed Gary Pinkel to feel a sense of security. Brad Smith was explosive. Chase Daniel was accurate. And Blaine Gabbert was rocket-armed. This